Definition

A small, round fruit that is orange or yellow in color, sweet in taste, and grows on a tree. It is similar to a peach and is often eaten fresh or used in cooking and baking.

Example

I love to eat apricots in the summer when they are ripe and juicy.

Conversation

Have you ever tried an apricot?

Yeah, I love them! They’re so sweet and juicy.

I just bought a whole bag of apricots from the market.

That sounds delicious! You should make a pie with them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Apricot comes from the Latin word 'praecoquum' (meaning early ripening fruit), which is derived from 'prae-' (meaning before) and 'coquere' (meaning to cook or ripen). The word reflects the fruit's early ripening nature in the season.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'praecoquum' meaning early ripening — this helps you remember that an apricot is a fruit that ripens early.

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